reorganise
gb/ɹˈɚɡənɪs/ us/ɹˈɚɡənɪs/
B2
English
átszervez, átrendez
VERB
B2
BUSINESS
1
átszervez
B2
Usage pattern:
reorganise [a company/department/team]
After the merger, the bank reorganised its regional offices and cut several management layers.
Az összeolvadás után a bank átszervezte a regionális irodáit, és több vezetői szintet megszüntetett.
The charity reorganised to create separate teams for fundraising and community work.
A jótékonysági szervezet átszervezte a működését, hogy külön csapatokat hozzon létre az adománygyűjtéshez és a közösségi munkához.
They reorganised the department so decisions could be made faster.
Learner examples
The company reorganised its sales team.
A cég átszervezte az értékesítési csapatát.
We need to reorganise the office after the merger.
Az összeolvadás után át kell szerveznünk az irodát.
Common mistake:
Spelling varies: reorganise (UK) and reorganize (US). Also, avoid using it when you only mean “tidy up” a space; “rearrange” may fit better.
Meaning
change an organisation’s structure
Collocations
reorganise the company
|reorganise a department
|reorganise management
|reorganise the team
|reorganise operations
|reorganise the workforce
|reorganise after a merger
|reorganise internally
|reorganise the organisational structure
|reorganise the business
Synonyms
restructure (Focuses specifically on changing the structure and reporting lines.)
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overhaul (Suggests a bigger, more drastic change.)
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revamp (Often implies making something more modern or effective.)
Antonyms
maintain (Keep the organisation in its current form.)
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preserve (Protect the existing structure from change.)
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leave unchanged (Make no structural changes.)
Themes
business
|work
|management
Definition
To change how a company or team is set up and works.
To change the structure, roles, or way of working of an organisation or part of it, usually to improve efficiency or adapt to new conditions.
VERB
B2
2
Usage pattern:
reorganise [something] (so that ...)
I reorganised my study notes by topic before the exam.
A vizsga előtt témák szerint átrendeztem a jegyzeteimet.
We had to reorganise the trip because the train was cancelled.
Át kellett szerveznünk az utat, mert törölték a vonatot.
She reorganised the cupboards so the things she uses most were easy to reach.
Learner examples
I reorganised my desk.
Átrendeztem az íróasztalomat.
They reorganised the schedule.
Átszervezték a beosztást.
Common mistake:
Don’t confuse with “organise” (arrange for the first time). “Reorganise” means change an existing arrangement.
Meaning
arrange things in a new order
Collocations
reorganise your schedule
|reorganise your files
|reorganise notes
|reorganise a plan
|reorganise a timetable
|reorganise the kitchen
|reorganise a room
|reorganise tasks
|reorganise data
|reorganise your calendar
Synonyms
rearrange (Often refers to changing the order or position of physical things.)
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reorder (Emphasises changing the sequence or order.)
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revise (Often used for plans, documents, or text rather than physical items.)
Antonyms
keep (Continue with the same arrangement.)
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leave alone (Not change the current arrangement.)
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stick with (Continue using the same plan or system.)
Themes
daily_life
|planning
|education
Definition
To put things or plans in a new order.
To arrange things, information, or plans again in a different way, often to make them clearer or easier to manage.
Grammar
Dictionary form
reorganise
IPA
GB/ɹˈɚɡənɪs/
US/ɹˈɚɡənɪs/
Syllables & stress
re - or - gan - ise (4 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (re)
Word forms
Verb
- Base: reorganise
- 3rd Person Singular: reorganises
- Present Participle: reorganising
- Past: reorganised
Expressions
reorganise around
1/ɹˈɚɡənɪs ɚˈaʊnd/
fixed phrase
business
make something centered on a focus
To change an organisation so one thing becomes the main focus.
Examples
- The firm reorganised around its fastest-growing product line.
- They reorganised the service team around customer needs rather than internal departments.
- The campaign was reorganised around a single clear message.
Learner examples
- We reorganised around one goal.
reorganise from the ground up
1/ɹˈɚɡənɪs fɹˈʌm ðə ɡɹˈaʊnd ˈʌp/
idiom
rebuild completely in a new way
To change something completely and start again in a new way.
Examples
- After the cybersecurity incident, they reorganised the IT department from the ground up.
- The new director reorganised the programme from the ground up to focus on patient care.
- We don’t need a few tweaks—we need to reorganise from the ground up.
Learner examples
- They reorganised the company from the ground up.
reorganise into
1/ɹˈɚɡənɪs ˈɪntu/
fixed phrase
business
change structure into new groups
To change something so it is divided into new groups.
Examples
- The company reorganised into three regional divisions.
- We reorganised the class into small discussion groups.
- The files were reorganised into folders by year.
Learner examples
- We reorganised into two teams.
reorganise your priorities
1/ɹˈɚɡənɪs jˈʊɹ pɹaɪˈɔɹətiz/
fixed phrase
change what matters most to you
To decide again what is most important to you.
Examples
- After the new baby arrived, they had to reorganise their priorities.
- If you’re constantly stressed, it may be time to reorganise your priorities.
- The budget cuts forced the team to reorganise its priorities.
Learner examples
- I need to reorganise my priorities.